“Artists are mystics rather than rationalists. They leap to conclusions that logic cannot reach.”
Quote by Sol LeWitt
Work
Sol LeWitt wall drawing 1176: seven basic colors and all their combinations in a square within a square : for Josef Albers
The book features a detailed analysis of Sol LeWitt's wall drawing 1176, which is a geometric composition that incorporates seven primary colors and their various combinations. The drawing is presented within a larger square framework, reflecting the influence of Josef Albers, a prominent figure in the field of color theory and abstract art. The publication provides insights into LeWitt's approach to color and composition, as well as his admiration for Albers' work. more
Author
Sol LeWitt
Sol LeWitt, born on September 9, 1928, and died on April 8, 2007, was a renowned American conceptual artist. His works are known for their abstract and conceptual nature, particularly for his contributions to wall painting. LeWitt's art emphasizes ideas and processes over traditional aesthetic values. more
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Source: Sol Lewitt: critical texts
Source: Sol Lewitt: critical texts
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“Buying books was a way anyone could acquire a work of art for very little.”
“Artists teach critics what to think. Critics repeat what the artists teach them.”
“During the '70s I was interested in words and meaning as a way of making art.”